Vincenza
Vincenza is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Conquering or victorious.
Origin and history
Vincenza is an Italian feminine name derived from the Latin name Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'to conquer'. It has long been used in traditional Italian-American communities as a classic heritage choice. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive name with modest modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
3,692 babies in the United States have been named Vincenza since 1880. It ranks #2903 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1971.
States where it is most popular
- NY (79.2 %)
- NJ (7.4 %)
- MA (6.1 %)
- PA (3 %)
- CT (2.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 34 |
| 1900-1910 | 154 |
| 1910-1920 | 724 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,012 |
| 1930-1940 | 377 |
| 1940-1950 | 206 |
| 1950-1960 | 165 |
| 1960-1970 | 188 |
| 1970-1980 | 197 |
| 1980-1990 | 134 |
| 1990-2000 | 95 |
| 2000-2010 | 115 |
| 2010-2019 | 161 |
| 2020-2029 | 130 |
Nicknames
Vinny, Vinnie, Enza, Cenza
Fun facts
- Vincenza is the primary Italian feminine form of the masculine name Vincenzo, which corresponds to the English Vincent.
- The name enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the early to mid-20th century among families preserving Italian traditions.